UTAS Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 18 AFL game between Hawthorn Hawks and Fremantle Dockers. The game kicks off at 1:45 pm with Fremantle Dockers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Hawthorn Hawks vs. Fremantle Dockers game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday July 13, 2024 at 1:45 pm
Where: UTAS Stadium
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Hawthorn Hawks vs Fremantle Dockers Odds
Hawthorn Hawks vs Fremantle Dockers Preview
The Hawks were reminded theyre still on the rebuild in 2024, going down to the Cats by 51 points last week, but another opportunity presents this week to show theyre still capable of taking it up to the best.
Freo is finding some good form, comfortably taking care of the Tigers, but this is a danger game the Dockers simply must win.
Stoppage dominance is Freos superpower in the competition this year, leading the league in stoppage clearances, often giving themselves first hands on the footy.
The Hawks are still undefeated in Tasmania this year and have a great understanding of how to play the ground and grind out tough wins.
Uncontested and controlled footy has seen them win both games at UTAS by five and six points respectively, and the uncontested approach is also where the Dockers will look to break down the Hawks.
Contested areas will separate the two sides, and its one of the most balanced matchups in that respect.
Fremantles defensive lockdowns have been super impressive over the past few weeks, and even with Hawthorns offensive flair they possess, they should be able to keep Hawthorn below a score of 70.
This should be one of the best games of the round, and an upset is certainly well on the table, but the Dockers should continue on with their strong form.
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Hawthorn Hawks vs Fremantle Dockers Tip
We're tipping Fremantle Dockers to win at $1.77 odds.
Hawthorn Hawks vs Fremantle Dockers Teams
HAWKS
B: J.Scrimshaw, S.Frost, B.Hardwick
HB: H.Morrison, J.Sicily – C, J.Impey
C: D.Moore, C.Mackenzie, C.Nash
HF: J.Ward, M.Chol, W.Day
F: N.Watson, L.Breust, M.D’Ambrosio
FOLL: L.Meek, J.Worpel, J.Newcombe
I/C: J.Weddle, K.Amon, C.Jiath, C.Macdonald, C.Dear
EMG: J.Serong, J.Gunston, F.Maginness
IN: J.Sicily, J.Ward, C.Dear
OUT: M.Lewis (Injured), J.Gunston (Managed), S.Mitchell (Omitted)
DOCKERS
B: H.Chapman, B.Cox, J.Draper
HB: C.Wagner, L.Ryan, J.Clark
C: H.Young, N.Fyfe, J.O’Meara
HF: S.Sturt, P.Voss, M.Frederick
F: J.Treacy, J.Amiss, S.Switkowski
FOLL: L.Jackson, C.Serong – C, A.Brayshaw
I/C: B.Banfield, J.Sharp, M.Johnson, M.Walters, J.Aish
EMG: W.Brodie, B.Walker, L.Reidy
IN: P.Voss
OUT: S.Darcy (Injured)